"I was pretty shocked," Walton said. "I'm shocked that Sen. Norment did not do his research."

In fact, Norment's team did do a little research. Then a "The" was included in his new PAC's name. Norment spokesman Jeff Ryer said Walton's PAC appeared to be dormant. Other than a $25 donation in January 2016, nothing had come in or out since July 2015, according to committee disclosures.

Walton, a Republican who ran for former Del. Joe Morrissey's seat in 2015 and came in third in a district that leans heavily toward Democrats, said he doesn't plan to take any action over the nearly identical names. But he did want it noted.

"I just would have really appreciated Sen. Norment to reach out," he said.